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‘Shen Yun Is the Most Beautiful Show I’ve Ever Seen in My Life,’ Says a Doctor in Paris

May 13, 2026

5/13/2026Updated: 5/13/2026

PARIS, France—As the 2026 season for Shen Yun Performing Arts’ eight companies comes to a close, the final performance in Paris at the Palais des Congrès was once again a sell-out. Three doctors who attended the last two performances in the French capital shared their experience.

“It’s the most beautiful show I’ve ever seen in my life,” Tatiana Lorenzon, a Brazilian doctor based in Paris, said. “Wonderful, truly spectacular, extraordinary. It’s perfect.”

Overcome with emotion as she left the theater on the evening of May 9, she emphasized the emotional impact of what she had just experienced. “I’m really, really moved by this performance. It’s magnificent. The dancers, the music, and how it resonates with me. I’m very moved.”

Beyond the artistry, Dr. Lorenzon said it was the inner experience sparked by Shen Yun that resonated deeply with her. When asked what that was, she answered without hesitation: “Peace, peace, and serenity—and my religion.”

Classical Chinese dance, at the heart of Shen Yun, is distinguished by its ability to convey values and a spirituality that have been passed down for thousands of years. The art form combines mastery of movement with inner expression, allowing the artists to bring to life stories inspired by Chinese tradition, mythology, and philosophy.

Dr. Lorenzon appreciated this aspect. “I respect religion, and this performance shows just how very, very important our religion is to humanity right now.”

She also mentions “very, very spiritual things related to my religion and Buddha,” emphasizing how deeply this portrayal resonated with her personal beliefs.

According to Dr. Lorenzon, this connection is not merely an abstract concept but manifests itself in the present moment. “I felt a connection with Buddha and with the present moment. This is a very, very important time for us.”

The show’s universal values come across powerfully. “Kindness, compassion, sensitivity, and love. Love is very important to us right now,” she said.

One of her most memorable moments was the finale. “I was very moved, and I cried. I cried and cried.”

As she left the room, her words reflected an inner transformation: “Very happy. I’m very happy now. I feel different now when it comes to love, religion, respect, and humanity.

“I invite everyone to come see this show. It’s wonderful,” she said. “As for me, I’ve never seen a show or dancers like this in my entire life. You feel light, you feel good. It’s a comforting moment.”

An Explosion of Movement in Shen Yun

Albert Assayag was in the audience at the Palais des Congrès in Paris on May 10, 2026, where he saw Shen Yun. (NTD) — Albert Assayag was in the audience at the Palais des Congrès in Paris on May 10, 2026, where he saw Shen Yun. NTD

The next day, Albert Assayag, an osteopath, also shared his admiration. “I loved that performance,” he said, describing New York-based Shen Yun as “a choreography executed with precision rarely seen.”

“There is an explosion of boundless movement, with a dazzling interplay between the digital and the real,” he added.

One of Shen Yun’s distinctive features is the innovative interaction between the dancers and the animated digital backdrops, creating the illusion of a seamless transition between the stage and the background. This technique, combined with the precision of the movements, contributes to an immersive experience.

Dr. Assayag appreciated the performers’ mastery. “The way the dancer disappears and then reappears—the timing is so precise that it never fails to captivate you. I think it’s fabulous, absolutely fabulous. There’s no other word for it.”

But for him, the essence of the splendor wasn’t just about technique. He noted the artists’ inner state. “It’s impossible to have that artistic skill … unless all the dancers are driven by a tremendous sense of purpose.”

“You can’t just dance based on technical movements. They have to convey emotion, and that comes across,” he said.

This emotional connection, evident even in the smallest details, left a deep impression on him. “Even the smallest gestures … really hit you right in the face. It’s magical, it’s magical. Bravo, bravo.”

Dr. Assayag also thanked Shen Yun for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. “You can’t help but feel it,” he says, referring to the compassion and kindness expressed by the performers.

He paid tribute to the entire production, “both the dancers and the orchestra,” emphasizing that “the accompanying music was fabulous.”

“Bravo! he said. “My respect and congratulations.”

In a global context that he described as “turbulent,” he said the art of Shen Yun was a welcome respite. “It’s a moment of peace, a moment of beauty, a moment of sharing.”

He also highlighted the importance of the cultural roots on display. “The entire Chinese tradition hits us right in the face, and it feels so good. It feels so good.”

“We’re sold on it,” Dr. Assayag said as he left the auditorium.

Shen Yun ‘Rooted in Divine Art’

Shen Yun performed its final show of the 2026 season to a sold-out crowd at the Palais des Congrès in Paris. Among the audience was Christian Bonnet. (NTD) — Shen Yun performed its final show of the 2026 season to a sold-out crowd at the Palais des Congrès in Paris. Among the audience was Christian Bonnet. NTD

Christian Bonnet, a retired doctor who attended Shen Yun with his granddaughter, also expressed his surprise and enthusiasm.

“I’m surprised because I didn’t expect so much color and beauty in the dance,” he said. “Especially the boys—I think they’re quite lovely.

“It’s very beautiful, it’s very well done, and the music is lovely. We’re completely won over.”

Dr. Bonnet said he appreciated how the performance revealed a cultural dimension that he hadn’t anticipated. “I was surprised because I realized that, in a way, it was a bit of a reflection of China before communism.”

This discovery underscores one of Shen Yun’s goals: to revive a traditional culture dating back thousands of years, much of which was erased during the 20th century by the ideology of the Chinese Communist Party.

Dr. Bonnet acknowledged the performance’s spiritual dimension. “You can sense that it’s rooted in all the divine art of that era.”

He said there is value in ensuring traditional values continue to be passed down. “I believe that in today’s world, it’s still worthwhile to uphold and preserve traditions in a world that’s a bit complicated.”

Reporting by Nathalie Dieul and translated from the French language Epoch Times by Sonia Rouleau.

The Epoch Times is a proud sponsor of Shen Yun Performing Arts. We have covered audience reactions since Shen Yun’s inception in 2006.